Animal Science

Description
Wage Data and Employment Outlook
Goals and Certificates
Prerequisites and Required Assessments
Training Providers
How to Get Started
Find a Job

Description

COS offers both a Certificate of Achievement in Animal Science and an Associate of Science in Animal Science.

The Certificate of Achievement in Animal Science prepares students for entry-level employment in the field of Animal Science. Students completing this certificate will acquire skills in animal restraint, veterinary terminology, basic animal health, care and nutrition, and livestock reproduction. Students must complete 24 credits. Click here for more information on course requirements. Once you complete this pathway, you will be prepared for employment in the following fields: livestock operator, animal health technician, meat inspector and/or grader, or sales and service support staff.

The Associate of Science in Animal Science prepares students for entry-level employment and/or further study in the field of Animal Science. Students completing this degree will acquire skills and knowledge in basic animal science practices such as animal restraint; veterinary terminology; basic animal health, care, nutrition and livestock reproduction. In addition to completing the required courses in plant science, students must also complete the general education requirements. Click here for more information on required courses. Once you complete this pathway, you will be prepared for careers or employment in the following fields: livestock operator, animal health technician, meat inspector and/or grader, or sales and service support staff.

Wage Data and Employment Outlook

Below is wage data and employment outlook information for one possible occupation with this pathway. Click here to visit ONET for additional occupations in the agriculture industry.

Median Earnings* for Veterinary Technologist & Technician in the Central Valley *median earnings definition Median income is the amount that divides the income distribution into two equal groups. This means half of the jobs for this occupation pay more than this amount and half pay less than this amount.

$15.53/hour

Employment Outlook* in the Central Valley *employment outlook definition Employment Outlook numbers represent current employment information in the Central Valley of California. The 2016 total number of jobs is the number of individuals employed in this occupation in 2016. The 2020 estimated number of jobs is the estimated number of individuals that will be employed in this occupation in 2020. Expected Growth is the increase in the number of individuals expected to be employed in this occupation and is shown as a total number and a percent increase. The average annual growth rate is the rate at which, on average, the total number of jobs will increase each year.

Projected Annual Openings in CV: 2 2016 Total Number of Jobs in CV: 45 2020 Estimated Number Jobs in CV: 52 Expected Growth 2016 to 2020: Expected growth of 9 jobs, or 21%

Goals and Certificates

Once students complete the program, they will earn either a Certificate of Achievement in Animal Science or an Associate of Science in Animal Science.

Prerequisites and Required Assessments

There are no prerequisites for enrolling in the Animal Science programs. Even though a High School Diploma or High School Equivalency Certificate is not required, it is preferred. Some employers prefer to hire employees with a High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate. There are also more options for financial aid at COS for students who have a High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate.

Students must take a placement test to enroll in math and English classes for the general education requirements. Students should meet with a counselor to determine the correct placement in these classes.

Training Providers

College of Sequoias - Click here for more information on the COS Animal Science Program

How to Get Started

1. Contact provider for testing, registration, and details on prerequisites.

 

Find a Job

1.  Click Here for AGRICULTURE JOB OPPORTUNITIES on SAEC website